Hampshire · London and the South East
New roof snagging in Bentworth, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the new roof before you decide what to do next. New roof snagging in Bentworth.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Damage to other parts of the building
- Underlay ending short at the eaves
New roof snagging in Bentworth: what you get
Roof work often leaves debris behind. Offcuts, broken tiles and debris left in gutters or on lower roofs are noted, and for damage to other parts of the building. It is all recorded with photos. Debris left in gutters and valleys can block them and damage to lower roofs can let water through. It’s easier to raise them while the job is fresh. We are often asked to look into underlay at the eaves left exposed and loose or badly finished ridge tiles, on flashings and valleys, ridges and verges and new flat roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Bentworth, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Bentworth (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bentworth
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Settling a dispute with your roofer or builder
- Fixings and underlay hidden under the coverings
- Repair costs for putting snags right
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Walk round the house to look for knock-on damage
- Let your roofer know an inspection is planned
- Check before your warranty period ends
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there’s a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person one.
Agree the snagging inspection with your roofer before the job starts. Everyone then knows what to expect and time is set aside for snags.
Bentworth questions
Do you cover smaller places like Bentworth?
Yes, Bentworth is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Bentworth?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
How do I book a survey in Bentworth?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when you book.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What affects the price in Bentworth
To price your survey, we look at:
- Height and safe access
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
More services for Bentworth
How the survey changes by roof type
Underlay and ventilation
Roof ventilation reduces the risk of condensation. Fitted vents are looked at.
Ridges, hips and verges
Loose ridge or hip tiles are a common snag. We photograph any we find.
New roof snagging in Bentworth: local notes
Historic houses such as Hall Place, about 0.2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Bentworth goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
The streets around a church such as St. Mary's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. If you let a flat or house near Alton station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Bentworth is about 3 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. Bookings from Bentworth are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Bentworth is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
New roof snagging in GU34 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Village Street, Church Street and Drury Lane. We also cover the places around Bentworth: Holt End (1 mile south-west), Thedden (1 mile south-east), Wivelrod (1 mile south-east), New Copse (1 mile south-west) and Beech (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (8 miles north), Winchester (13 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Alton (3 miles east).
Landmarks near Bentworth
In Bentworth, that means homes and buildings near The Star Inn. For rail, the closest station is Alton station, roughly 3.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (2.2 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s King's Hill.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a typical new house roof, longer where the roof is large or complicated. For a village or hamlet like Bentworth, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We agree what to focus on, like a payment date or a warranty period ending.
- We inspect as far as safe access allows.
- Each detail at ridges, verges, valleys and flashings is looked at.
- We check the gutters, lower roofs and walls for debris or damage.
- You receive a report to share with your roofer.
Before we arrive
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.